Orlando Pirates' early opener was cancelled out by Cape Town City FC as the sides played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final tie at the DHL Stadium on Wednesday evening.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi has argued their MTN8 semi-finals opponents Stellenbosch FC have not yet been crippled by the departures of key players to their rivals.
Cape Town City goalkeeper Darren Keet says there are early signs the team could be strong enough to challenge for trophies this season.
Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler is after clean sheets and goals when they host Orlando Pirates in the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final showdown next week.
Cape Town City chairman John Comitis has revealed the club faces serious challenges regarding where to host their fixtures for the 2024/25 season.
Mamelodi Sundowns needed an own-goal in extra-time to see off Polokwane City in their MTN8 quarter-final on Sunday.